Jorja's Ecology Blog

Hi! I am a 1st year Ecology and Conservation student at UEA, welcome to my blog :)

    • Grey Squirrel

      Species name: Sciurus carolinensis The Eastern Grey Squirrel is a species of tree squirrel which are considered a pest, due to being an invasive species which can cause damage to trees and threaten native red squirrels (BPCA, 2018). Grey squirrels are often 24-26cm from head to body whilst weighing 400-600g, which is nearly double the… Read more

    • Shepherd’s-purse

      Species name: Capsella bursa-pastoris Shepherd’s-purse are a part of the Brassicaceae (Cruciferae) family. They are easily identified by their heart-shaped seed pods at the top of their stems which are held on by thin stalks. As well as their small white flowers at the top of their stems, and being able to grow up to… Read more

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